South Central Power Company, Ohio’s largest electric cooperative, is seeking an individual to fill the position of Fiber Construction Inspector. This position will report out of our Barnesville, OH location.
This position will support the fiber network plant buildout, maintenance activities and integration of field construction activities to ensure needs and goals are met on time, within budget and meet quality standards. The successful candidate will direct and coordinate contracted services and material needs, provide progress updates and drive project efforts.
Responsibilities include routinely inspecting area work practices, facilities, and equipment for quality and safety compliance. The position will monitor and provide status updates, inspection reports and provide project-related feedback to the Manager of Fiber Construction. Some of the specific duties include:
Designing and staking operations (rights-of-way, draw staking sheets, cost estimates and billing) as necessary for new and custom work.
Providing on-site direction with Fiber placement, splicing and underground contract vendors.
Interacting with electric line operations team to develop internal fiber construction/restoration knowledge.
Collaborating with the Manager of Fiber Construction to manage and coordinate Outside Plant (OSP) material needs.
Delivers quality assurance and inspection processes.
Coordinating with field crews on Daily Production Report (DPR) and Construction reporting process.
We are looking for an experienced individual who is self-motivated, organized, and handles situations with tact and poise. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, effective problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal skills.
What the job requires…
High school diploma or equivalence certificate in addition to proficiency with communication or electric distribution line work and utility project management, typically attained through an associate degree in a related field experience and/or four or more years of communication/line construction and two or more years of utility project management experience. Experience and involvement in managing electric and/or fiber construction projects.
Position requires an understanding of fiber construction process and electric system construction concepts. Proficient with utility engineering and construction practices including RUS specifications and federal/state construction standards, electric distribution system operations and procedures. Skilled with position specific software and hardware: Microsoft Project, Smartsheet or Primavera P6. Proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio and competent with general office equipment
Must have demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to interact with subscribers and other cooperative staff effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Must maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record.
We offer a competitive salary, strong benefits package, and this position is eligible for flexible work arrangements such as hybrid remote work. Apply to join our team today!
South Central Power Company is a member-owned electric cooperative serving more than 120,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers in 24 Ohio counties. We maintain more than 12,000 miles of energized power lines. The Cooperative is a private enterprise owned and operated by the people it serves. The members elect an 11-member Board of Trustees that govern the co-op. The Board establishes policies, reviews co-op activities, and makes needed decisions. They hire a President and CEO who in turn hires a staff of employees to carry out the policies and operate and maintain the co-op’s lines and equipment.
In 1998, South Central Power Company became a Touchstone Energy Cooperative allowing us to be identified as part of a nationwide alliance of independently owned and operated electric cooperatives under a single brand identity. As a Touchstone Energy Cooperative, South Central Power Company has recommitted itself to principles we’ve operated under for years: integrity, accountability, innovation and community spirit.
Cooperatives of all types and sizes abide by seven unifying principles, which differentiate them from other types of companies. Those principles are: Volun...tary & open membership, Democratic member control, Member economic participation, Autonomy and independence, Education, training and information, Cooperation among cooperatives, and Concern for community.
